Water Quality in AKRON, PA (17501)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 17501.
7
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
7
Monitoring / Reporting
6
Resolved
What does this mean?
6 of 7 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 7 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (7 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 10, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 10, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 10, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 10, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2021 | Active | N/A |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 28, 2021 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 28, 2021 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2022(4)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
2021(3)
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Chlorine
27
Groundwater Rule
31
How Does This Compare?
AKRON (17501) has 7 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. 1 remains unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.